ID tokenisation will help minors pass age test under new data rules: Ashwini Vaishnaw
The child verification system proposed in the draft Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025 has been formulated in consultation with the tech industry, Minister for Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Tuesday, seeking to dispel the notion that this system will harm individual privacy. “The rules aim to safeguard personal data while driving growth and inclusivity,” Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday, sharing an explanation of the draft Rules by Mr. Vaishnaw. Mr. Modi also said that the draft “prioritises India’s commitment to citizen-centric governance.” Tokenisation of IDs Child verification is a safeguard to ensure that minors are not using age-restricted online services or social media platforms without parental consent. EDITORIAL | No secret affair: on the draft Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025 Privacy concerns Privacy advocates have raised concerns on the child verification requirement, as it may potentially require every individual — whether a minor or not — to verify their age before signing up for a social media account or other online service.
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